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Software courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. You can build skills in version control, debugging, and testing, which are crucial for creating reliable applications. Many courses introduce tools like Git for collaboration, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks such as React or Django for building user interfaces and backend systems.


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    National Taiwan University

    BIM Application for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, AutoCAD, Construction Estimating, Simulation and Simulation Software, 3D Modeling, Construction Management, Data Integration

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    526 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Federal Taxation I: Individuals, Employees, and Sole Proprietors

    Skills you'll gain: Tax Returns, Tax Preparation, Income Tax, Payroll Tax, Tax Compliance, Income Statement, Tax Laws, Expense Management, Small Business Accounting, Compensation and Benefits

    Build toward a degree

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    714 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Primer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI Enablement, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Large Language Modeling, Creativity, Human Computer Interaction, Collaboration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    449 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ESSEC Business School

    Foundations of marketing analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Customer Analysis, Business Marketing, Business Analytics, Customer Insights, R Programming, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis Software, Target Market, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Customer Relationship Management, Statistical Methods

    4.6
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    762 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    C++程序设计

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Programming Principles, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Data Structures, Software Design, Maintainability

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    813 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Python Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, File I/O, Data Structures, Scripting, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Storage

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    893 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Google Docs

    Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Collaborative Software, Document Management, Google Workspace, Data Sharing, Data Integration

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Project Management with ClickUp

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Calendar Management, Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Scheduling, Time Management, Prioritization, Document Management, Workflow Management, Goal Setting, Project Management, User Accounts

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    VMware

    Networking and Security Architecture with VMware NSX

    Skills you'll gain: NSX-T Network Virtualization, Virtual Networking, Virtualization, Network Architecture, Disaster Recovery, Software-Defined Networking, Network Security, Business Continuity Planning, IT Automation, Firewall, Network Routing, Business Transformation, Application Security, Hybrid Cloud Computing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    Full Stack Web Development en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Server Side, Node.JS, Responsive Web Design, LESS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Mobile Development, Back-End Web Development, Version Control, Cross Platform Development, Restful API, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, React Redux, JavaScript Frameworks, Continuous Integration, TypeScript, iOS Development, Apple iOS, MongoDB

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Exploring Data Transformation with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Digital Transformation, Data Strategy, Real Time Data, Google Cloud Platform, Business Transformation, Data Management, Data Warehousing, Data Transformation, Big Data, Cloud Storage, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Processing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Database Systems, Data Migration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Oracle SQL Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle SQL Developer, SQL, Oracle Databases, PL/SQL, Database Design, Database Theory, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, Database Management, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Storage, Transaction Processing, Stored Procedure, Data Management, Query Languages, Network Architecture, Diagram Design, Command-Line Interface, Data Modeling

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software courses

  • BIM Application for Engineers: National Taiwan University
  • Federal Taxation I: Individuals, Employees, and Sole Proprietors: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Generative AI Primer: Vanderbilt University
  • Foundations of marketing analytics: ESSEC Business School
  • C++程序设计: Peking University
  • Python Data Analysis: Rice University
  • Introduction to Google Docs: Coursera
  • Introduction to Project Management with ClickUp: Coursera
  • Networking and Security Architecture with VMware NSX: VMware
  • Full Stack Web Development en Español: Universidad Austral

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